Symmetry-Based Properties in Two-Dimensional Materials
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Engineering and Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 348
Special Issue Editors
Interests: 2D materials; environment; valleytronics; spintronics; topological insulators; electron transport; optoelectronics; photocatalyst
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Interests: first-principles computational study of 2D materials and their heterostructures; particularly for photocatalyst applications
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Interests: thermoelectricity; artificial muscles; nanomechanics; first-principles calculations
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Two-dimensional (2D) materials have revolutionized material science with their unique properties and diverse applications. Central to their functionality is the concept of symmetry, including time-reversal, inversion, and mirror symmetry, which profoundly influence mechanical, electronic, and optical characteristics. This Special Issue aims to explore the role of symmetry in the design, characterization, and application of 2D materials. We invite contributions that delve into theoretical and experimental studies on how symmetry impacts properties such as mechanical and transport properties, electronic band structure, optical responses, etc. The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, symmetry-driven phenomena like Dirac cones in graphene, topological states, and the impact of symmetry breaking on electronic correlations and excitations. By integrating perspectives from various disciplines, this Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of how symmetry principles can be harnessed to engineer advanced 2D materials with properties tailored to emerging technologies. We encourage submissions from researchers working on fundamental theories, experimental techniques, and practical applications of symmetry in 2D systems.
Dr. Sake Wang
Dr. Minglei Sun
Dr. Nguyen Tuan Hung
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- two-dimensional materials
- time-reversal symmetry
- inversion symmetry
- mirror symmetry
- topological states
- optical properties
- mechanical properties
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